SMA launches online ticketing service
SHARJAH: Sharjah Museums Authority (SMA) is launching a new online ticketing service via its official website, as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the cultural and visitor experience in the emirate.
This development is designed to streamline the process of visiting the emirate’s diverse museums, making it easier and more accessible for public members and international tourists alike.
By introducing the new service, SMA aims to foster deeper engagement with Sharjah’s rich historical and cultural assets, thereby boosting both local and international interest in the emirate. This aligns with Sharjah’s vision of being a vibrant cultural destination, living up to its reputation as ‘Sharjah, the source of culture,’ and enhancing its appeal as an ideal locale for life, leisure, and business investment.
Highlighting ease and convenience, the online ticketing feature streamlines visit planning, especially during peak periods and holidays and celebrations such as Eid Al-fitr.
This allows visitors to purchase tickets online without the necessity of prior atendance, ultimately saving time at ticket sale points.
This effort reflects SMA’S dedication to improving accessibility and visitor satisfaction, offering a more efficient and user-friendly experience for tourists and all members of the public including individuals with disabilities and senior citizens above 60’s.
Seniors are also allowed one companion granted free of charge entry to SMA’S museums in a move that resonates with UAE’S values of respect and appreciation for the elderly. The online plaform aligns with global trends towards digitalisation and smart service integration, demonstrating SMA’S commitment to leveraging technology to best serve its community.
Visitors embarking on a journey to explore Sharjah’s 16 museums are set to discover the epitome of the Emirate’s distinctive tourism offerings and its remarkable achievements in preserving cultural heritage. Covering a myriad of captivating topics, from Islamic arts and culture, archaeology, heritage, science, aquatic world, these museums serve as gateways that unravel the rich tapestry of both Sharjah and the UAE’S history. The museums of Sharjah, situated across Sharjah, Khorfakkan, and Kalba, are key tourist atractions in the emirate.
Emphasising the significance of Bait Al Naboodah as a symbol of Sharjah and the Emirates’ heritage, its unique architecture showcases a rich history and cultural fusion